Wednesday's Notebook

April 24, 1986

Chicago Cubs catcher Steve Lake said he will refuse to report to the team's Class AAA team in Iowa and will become a free agent. In a related move, the Cubs have recalled left-handed pitcher Guy Hoffman, who will pitch Saturday against Montreal, and sent down outfielder Brian Dayett. Lake was placed on waivers, and his spot on the roster will be taken by Steve Christmas, who is being recalled from Iowa. But under the Basic Agreement, Lake is eligible to become a free agent because he is a three-year major- league veteran.